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SUMMER PROGRAM DATES v ELEMENTARY (for students entering grades 1 through 5) June 8-August 14, 2020 v PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN (ages 3-5) May 26-August 14, 2020 v TWO-YEAR-OLDS May 26-August 14, 2020 SUMMER HOLIDAY DATES School will be closed on the following dates: * Thursday, June 11 (King Kamehameha Day) * Friday, July 3 (Independence Day holiday) Table of Contents Program Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Application Process Program Entrance Requirements Summer Financial Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 5 Tuition Rates General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 10 Health Food Communication Goody Bags & Gifts Attendance Balloons Arrivals and Dismissals Medication Pick-up Authorization Accidents Student Conduct Insurance Coverage Personal Safety Emergency Procedures Field Trips Special Information for International Students . .11 Summer Health Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 13 The Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 16 Elementary (Entering Grades 1-5) Preschool / Kindergarten (Ages 3-5) Two-Year-Olds Allergy & Asthma Information form (1 page) . . . . . . . .17 Montessori Community School MCS 2020 Summer Programs Policies and Procedures Your young explorer will spend a summer complete with fun, friends, and adventure with the 2020 Summer Programs at Montessori Community School. Program dates, descriptions, policies, procedures and other details are included in this packet. Please read the summer program information carefully before completing and submitting the online summer application and registration fee. If you have any questions, contact the school office at (808) 522-0244 or Director of Admissions Cari Suzuki at [email protected].

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SUMMER PROGRAM DATES

v ELEMENTARY (for students entering grades 1 through 5)

June 8-August 14, 2020

v PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN (ages 3-5)

May 26-August 14, 2020

v TWO-YEAR-OLDS May 26-August 14, 2020

SUMMER HOLIDAY DATES School will be closed on the following dates:

* Thursday, June 11

(King Kamehameha Day)

* Friday, July 3 (Independence Day holiday)

Table of Contents Program Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Application Process Program Entrance Requirements

Summer Financial Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 5 Tuition Rates

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 10 Health Food Communication Goody Bags & Gifts Attendance Balloons Arrivals and Dismissals Medication Pick-up Authorization Accidents Student Conduct Insurance Coverage Personal Safety Emergency Procedures Field Trips

Special Information for International Students . .11

Summer Health Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 13

The Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 16 Elementary (Entering Grades 1-5) Preschool / Kindergarten (Ages 3-5) Two-Year-Olds

Allergy & Asthma Information form (1 page) . . . . . . . .17

Montessori Community School MCS 2020

Summer Programs Policies and Procedures

Your young explorer will spend a summer complete with fun, friends, and adventure with the 2020 Summer Programs at

Montessori Community School.

Program dates, descriptions, policies, procedures and other details are included in this packet. Please read the summer

program information carefully before completing and submitting the online summer application and registration

fee.

If you have any questions, contact the school office at (808) 522-0244 or Director of Admissions Cari Suzuki at

[email protected].

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THE SUMMER APPLICATION PROCESS • An online application (for each child) must be completed in full and signed electronically, with program,

hours, and dates selected. • Applications will be processed in the order in which they are received and as space is available. Once

approved by the Admissions Office, families will receive a tuition invoice. • Registration will only be confirmed once the full tuition is received by the Business Office. • Current MCS students are offered priority registration until March 15, 2020. • Enrollment of students not currently attending MCS will begin on March 16, 2020. Applications may be

submitted before March 16, but will not be processed until March 16. • Programs are generally filled on the basis of space availability, so prompt submission of the online

application is recommended. PROGRAM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS The following are due in the school’s office prior to your child’s first day of school: ALL STUDENTS:

* Emergency and Release Information. The Emergency and Release Information section of the application provides the school with your child’s medical information, parent/legal guardian contact phone numbers, and other vital information. è Students with any incomplete Emergency and Release information will not be allowed to join the

program. è The Emergency Information Form must contain local (Hawaii) phone numbers and addresses.

NEW STUDENTS:

* Tuberculosis clearance. A negative Tuberculosis (TB) Clearance is required for all students new to Montessori Community School. The clearance must be performed by a U.S. licensed health practitioner (MD, DO, APRN, or PA) on or after the student’s first birthday (12 months of age or older), and must consist of one of the following acceptable clearance methods:

a) Negative Risk Screen. b) Negative TB test (TB Mantoux skin test for any age or QuantiFERON Gold-in-Tube (QFT-GIT)/ T- SPOT blood test for 2 years and older). c) Positive TB test and negative chest x-ray.

• Parents who do not want skin tests for children under 5 years of age need a physician letter stating the skin test is medically contraindicated.

• No exemptions to the TB clearance requirement are allowed. • Without a tuberculosis clearance, children are not permitted to start school.

* Health records (Form 14 and DHS Form 908) o All new students must submit a current record of all health requirements (Form 14) prior to enrollment.

* These requirements must include (in English) records of a physical examination (completed within one year prior to Hawaii school entry), updated immunizations, and a record of a negative tuberculosis test.

* In addition, all Preschool students (including Two-Year-Olds) must also submit the completed DHS Form 908. * Blank copies of these forms are available on the school’s website. The Form 14 is also available through your

(Hawaii) physician’s office. * Birth verification (new students). In order to verify your child’s age, a copy of your child’s birth certificate must

be submitted. A copy of your child’s current passport will also provide acceptable birthdate verification. In some cases, a copy of the parent or legal guardian’s passport may also be required in order to verify your status.

* Physical examination o Must be completed within one year prior to first entrance into school in Hawaii. o Must be performed by a U.S. licensed practitioner (MD, DO, APRN, or PA).

See additional Health Requirements on page 12.

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2020 Summer Financial Information TUITION PAYMENT Online applications will be processed in the order in which they are received and as space is available. Once approved by the Admissions Office, families will receive a tuition invoice. Registration will only be confirmed once the full tuition amount is received by the Business Office. REFUNDS

1. 50% of tuition may be refunded until April 26, 2020 for the Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten Program and May 8, 2020 for the Elementary Program.

2. No refunds will be made after the above-mentioned dates. 3. No refunds are made for absences.

PARTIAL SUMMER ENROLLMENT For the convenience of our Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten families, we offer partial summer enrollment. Please carefully read the Partial Summer Enrollment guidelines below:

ü For new Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten students: a minimum enrollment of six consecutive weeks is required.

ü For new Preschool/Kindergarten students: a minimum enrollment of four consecutive weeks is required. ü For current Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten students: a minimum enrollment of two consecutive

weeks is required. ü For Elementary students: students must enroll for AND attend the specified sessions. ü Enrollment must run from Monday through Friday (no mid-week starts). ü Priority enrollment is given to students enrolling for the entire summer. ü To calculate tuition for partial enrollment, refer to the application form for the Pro-rated Weekly Rates. Indicate

the dates of the desired weeks on the application form and multiply the total by the appropriate Pro-rated Weekly Rate.

ü The Pro-rated Weekly Rate is not intended for random or sporadic enrollment dates throughout the summer. ü Students should attend the program throughout the enrolled period.

CHANGE FEE Each change requested after the application has been received by the school will be assessed a $25.00 fee. This fee does not apply when adding extra weeks. OCCASIONAL CARE For your convenience, the school has occasional child care at $10.00 per hour for all programs.

(a) Any student remaining after his/her regular pick-up time will be charged $10.00 per hour. This rate is not to be used in figuring tuition, but for extra time on an occasional basis.

(b) Occasional care charges will be assessed for children picked up after 2:45 p.m. for 2:30 p.m. dismissals. The exception is pick-up at 5:30 p.m. (see below).

(c) Occasional care charges will be charged after the close of each month. There is no maximum charge for occasional care.

(d) Families whose enrollment ends before the end of the month should settle all outstanding accounts with the Director of Finance prior to the child’s final day of enrollment.

***LATE FEE AFTER 5:30 p.m. The late fee is to encourage families to pick up their children on time. Should any child be picked up after 5:30 p.m., there is a charge of $15.00 charge if the child is picked up any time within the first 15 minutes (5:31-5:45 p.m.). After 5:45 p.m., an additional $5.00 per minute will be charged. The Business Office will invoice for late fee collection.

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Repeated pick-up or failure to pay late charges may result in the termination of services to the family. SPECIAL PROGRAMS Special programs, such as lunch service, gymnastics, swimming, language, or other programs conducted by outside contractors are handled directly with the individual instructor or program director, according to policies determined and announced by the individual program instructor or director. OTHER INFORMATION Montessori Community School is a non-profit organization as described under Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. As such, any cash or material donations to the school are tax-deductible to the extent provided by law. Please contact the office if you need a receipt.

Notice of Non-Discriminatory Policy as to Students Montessori Community School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded and made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its education policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic, and other school-administered programs.

School will be closed on the following days:

vThursday, June 11 (Kamehameha Day)

vFriday, July 3 (Independence Day holiday)

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2020 Summer Tuition

TWO-YEAR-OLD PROGRAM* (May 26 - August 14, 2020)

May 26-Aug. 14* Pro-rated Weekly Rate** 7:30-2:30 $4,391.00 $416.00 7:30-5:30 $5,366.00 $502.00

PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM* (May 26 - August 14, 2020)

May 26-Aug. 14* Pro-rated Weekly Rate** 7:30-2:30 $3,260.00 $313.00 7:30-5:30 $4,033.00 $386.00

*Priority enrollment is given to children who sign up for the entire summer and will be continuing with MCS in the fall.

**The Pro-rated Weekly Rate is used to calculate partial summer enrollment tuition in the Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten programs only.

A minimum of two consecutive weeks’ enrollment is required for current MCS students.

A minimum of four consecutive weeks’ enrollment is required for new Preschool/Kindergarten students.

A minimum of six consecutive weeksʻ enrollment is required for new Two-Year-Old students.

The last day for partial summer tuition refunds for withdrawal of Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten students is April 26, 2020.

Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten summer tuition is non-refundable after April 26, 2020.

No tuition refunds are made for absences.

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ELEMENTARY PROGRAM (June 8 - August 14, 2020)

FULL SUMMER

7:30-2:30 7:30-5:30

June 8 - August 14 $3,009.00 $3,626.00 SELECTED SESSIONS June 8 - June 19 $598.00 $723.00 June 22 - July 2 $598.00 $723.00 July 6 - July 17 $664.00 $801.00 July 20 – July 31 $664.00 $801.00 August 3 - August 14 $664.00 $801.00

If choosing Selected Sessions, students must enroll in and attend complete sessions.

Elementary summer tuition is non-refundable after May 8, 2020. No tuition refunds are made for absences.

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2020 Summer General Information HEALTH Please safeguard your child and others by keeping him/her home if signs of illness persist. A child must be kept home for any of the following reasons:

§ A temperature above normal for the child. Children should stay at home if they are unable to keep up with their usual daily activities or will require additional care. § Children with diarrhea must stay home. § Any illness, disease, or condition which requires exclusion as per the State of Hawaii Department of

Health guidelines. Children who arrive at school with symptoms of illness will be sent home. If you are unavailable during the day, we will contact the people whose names you have supplied on the Emergency and Release Information form. Should any child exhibit a rash, discharge from the eyes or ears, vomiting, or any other unusual condition, we will contact the child’s parents and recommend they seek the advice of their physician or a medical professional. A doctor’s statement verifying diagnosis of the child’s condition may be required, at the discretion of the staff.

A child who is not well enough to play outside should not come to school. We do not have the necessary staff members to safely monitor the classroom in addition to a sick child.

Contagious diseases must be reported to the office immediately so that other families can be notified and take necessary precautions. A doctor’s statement verifying that the child is healthy and non-contagious is required to return to school.

COMMUNICATION So as not to interrupt the children and teachers, please do not call directly to the classrooms or return “Caller I.D.” calls. Call the office at (808) 522-0244, and your message will be relayed at an appropriate time in the program schedule. Emergency messages will be delivered immediately. Office hours are 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Calls placed to the school after 4:00 p.m. will be relayed to our voice mail, which is checked periodically for messages until 5:30 p.m. Messages to our after-school programs are relayed to the teachers as necessary. All other messages are returned the next business day. ATTENDANCE Students must attend the program for the full day for which they enroll. If a student enrolls in the 7:30-5:30 program, for example, they may not join the program in the afternoons, but must be present from the start of the class in the morning. ARRIVALS AND DISMISSALS For the safety of all concerned, please follow these approved pathways when driving through the school’s parking lot: * Enter the driveway adjacent to the church sanctuary, drive through the basketball court, and exit the driveway

closest to Kewalo Street. Between 7:30-8:30 a.m. and 2:30-3:00 p.m., right turns only are required upon exiting.

* For the Elementary Program only, a staff is available to greet your child from 7:30-8:00 a.m. so you will not have to park your car. Families may also park on the basketball court if you wish to escort your child to the classroom. Please do not let your child find his/her own way to the classroom if a staff person is not present.

* When driving through the lot in front of the office, follow the one-way traffic pattern, entering from the west (Ewa) driveway, and exiting from the east (Diamond Head) driveway only.

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* Please come to a full stop at the school exit, and look carefully in both directions for pedestrians and other sidewalk and street traffic before proceeding onto Nehoa Street.

* For the safety of all our children, PLEASE DRIVE SLOWLY through the school campus, at all times.

Dismissal time in the Early Education programs (Two-Year-Olds and Preschool/Kindergarten) is 2:30 p.m., with the after school care program ending at 5:30 p.m. Elementary students are dismissed at 2:30 p.m., with the after school care program ending at 5:30 p.m. Students may not remain on campus unsupervised after the 2:30 p.m. dismissal time and will be admitted to the after school care program.

Elementary students who will be walking or taking the bus home must give the school office a written note with the parent or legal guardian’s signature authorizing the student to leave campus on their own at dismissal time.

On occasion, if a parent is unable to come at the specified time, arrangements can be made for “occasional care.” Please notify your child’s teacher in the morning with written authorization, or call the office before 2:00 p.m. so that the child and teachers may be notified in time. The additional hours will be billed to the parents at the end of the month or prior to the child’s final day of enrollment.

Children should be picked up promptly at the time the after-school care program ends, at 5:30 p.m. The late fee of $15.00 if the child is picked up any time within the first 15 minutes (5:31-5:45 p.m.) will be charged. After 5:45 p.m., an additional $5.00 per minute will be charged. The late fee is to encourage families to pick up their children on time. PICK-UP AUTHORIZATION On the application, you will find the Emergency and Release Information section where you can authorize who will have your permission to pick up your child at dismissal. Montessori Community School has a strict policy concerning the release of our students to adults other than those listed in this section.

• If, for any reason, you will be having your child picked up by someone not listed in the Emergency section, you must send us written notification or call the office.

• If a different person is picking up your child frequently on a fairly routine basis, please add that person’s name to the Emergency section.

• If the person picking up your child is unfamiliar to our staff, we will require photo identification before releasing your child.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Even if you are having the parent of another Montessori Community School student or an MCS staff member pick up your child, we must have official word from you to that effect. STUDENT CONDUCT Students are expected to behave in a manner that ensures the personal safety of themselves and others. In addition, they are expected to be respectful towards property and other children and adults in school. Parents will be informed of behaviors that are difficult and disruptive in the classroom.

The limited time afforded by the summer program restricts our staff from working as extensively to correct a child’s behavioral issues as we would be able during the academic school year. Therefore, if it is the professional judgment of the staff that the actions of a student endanger himself or others, he or she will be dismissed from the program. Under these circumstances, tuition is not refunded.

PERSONAL SAFETY Objects which pose a potential danger to the child or others are prohibited from school. If there is a question about the appropriateness of a specific item a child wishes to bring to school, check with the teacher first. Failure to cooperate with the school will lead to dismissal from the school.

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FIELD TRIPS Children in the Preschool/Kindergarten and Elementary summer programs attend field trips on a regular basis. Permission from the child’s parent or legal guardian to attend field trips must be indicated in the Emergency and Release Information section. Field trip transportation is provided by hired school buses.

Teachers will distribute a calendar of events outlining the destination, date, and time of each scheduled field trip. Please make sure that your child arrives promptly each day. On field trip days, children must arrive at school on time to leave with their class on the hired school bus. Children who arrive late and miss the bus must report to the school office. Late arrivals are not permitted to meet the class at the field trip destination or join the field trip in progress. Children must also return to school with their class on the hired school bus.

Children need to wear covered shoes and school t-shirts (available for purchase in the school office) on field trips. In the Preschool/Kindergarten program, parents are invited to accompany the class in many cases, but prior discussion with the head teacher is necessary, as there may be limitations regarding the number of accompanying adults allowed.

Two-Year-Olds do not go on off-campus field trips. ELEMENTARY RUNNING PROGRAM On most days (weather permitting), the Elementary summer program begins promptly with the Running Program at an off-campus track within walking distance of MCS. All elementary students are required to wear closed shoes or running shoes.

Elementary students who arrive after school begins at 8:00 a.m. should report to the school office and may not join the Running Program in progress. The Running Program is an integral component of the Elementary summer program, and students may opt out of participation only with prior arrangement with the program director. FOOD Snacks. A morning snack (juice and crackers) is provided for children in the Two-Year-Old and Preschool/ Kindergarten programs. Snacks are optional for elementary-aged children, but time is provided during the school day for elementary children to have a snack if they bring one.

An afternoon snack is provided for children at all age levels who remain in the after-school care programs after 2:30 p.m. In the Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten after-school care programs, the afternoon snack includes a dairy product such as milk or cheese. Allergies to dairy products should be indicated on your child’s Allergy, Asthma, and Medical Information Form. Children with identified allergies to dairy products will be offered juice or water as an alternative.

If families choose to prepare snacks to be shared among their child’s classmates, as during birthday, holiday, or other celebrations, the snacks provided should be healthful. Frosted items such as cakes, cookies, cupcakes, candies, or other highly sugared snacks cannot be served in school. The teachers will request that such items be returned home. We hope you will understand that our intent is to support healthful eating habits for the children.

Lunches. Children bring their own lunch or may order lunch (on a monthly basis) from the catering company serving our school. Be sure your child’s name is labeled visibly on the lunch box or bag, food containers, and drink containers. Due to the number of children in the programs, refrigeration and reheating is not available for lunch in the preschool programs.

Soda, gum, and candy are not permitted in school and should not be included in lunches or snacks. Sharing of food from lunches and snacks is not permitted for sanitary reasons, and because some children have allergies to certain foods. The Emergency and Release Information section and the Allergy, Asthma, and Medical Information Form, which parents complete upon application to the summer program, alerts our staff to any allergies a child may have.

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GOODY BAGS AND GIFTS Favors, small gifts, and goody bags for birthdays and holidays should be reserved for private celebrations at home. Please refrain from bringing such items to school. BALLOONS Latex balloons present a choking hazard to children and are therefore prohibited from school, along with any other object which poses a potential danger to the child or others. PHOTOGRAPHS Children may be photographed during the Summer Programs at MCS’ discretion. These photographs may be shared on an internal photo sharing site or used for MCS advertising and publicity. Requests to exclude your child from photos must be submitted to MCS in writing. MEDICATION Please check with your child’s teacher or the office if medication needs to be administered during school hours. Parents or legal guardians must complete a Medication Release form (available from the teacher or office) and give it, along with the medicine, to your child’s teacher. All sunscreen sprays or lotions or any topical creams or lotions are administered in the same manner as oral medications, so a Medication Release form must be completed by the parents or legal guardians. Prescription medications must be sent in the original, labeled container.

NEVER send medication with a child of any age to keep in his/her lunch box, cubby, or backpack. This presents a serious danger to your own child and to others. All medications, non-prescription as well as prescription, should be given to the teacher. ACCIDENTS Teachers treat minor injuries (cuts and scrapes) by cleansing the wound with soap and water and applying a bandage. Accident Report forms, which describe the injury and treatment, are sent home and a copy is kept on file in the office. The majority of our staff members have successfully completed certified First Aid and Child CPR courses.

In the event of a serious injury, the staff will contact the parent or the designated alternate on the Emergency Form if the parent is unavailable. If deemed necessary by the staff, the school will call 911 for assistance and arrange for ambulance transportation. The paramedics of the ambulance team will make the decision about transportation to the nearest available hospital emergency room. The school will contact the parents (or authorized alternate) to inform them of the location of the emergency room at which to meet the ambulance. A school staff member will accompany the child in the ambulance, unless prohibited by the medical professionals. INSURANCE COVERAGE Montessori Community School carries general liability insurance, as required by State of Hawaii regulations.

2020 Summer Emergency Procedures It is important that all families are aware of the emergency procedures which Montessori Community School will initiate if an emergency situation arises. Of major importance is parental awareness and cooperation.

In the event of a school-wide emergency situation, such as a school closure or lockdown, the school will continue to keep parents informed through various channels, as appropriate, including e-mails, text messaging, phone calls, and notifications to the media.

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During an emergency situation, the Head of School will be in charge. In the absence of the Head of School, a delegated administrator will assume the responsibility. The staff will remain with the children until the situation is sufficiently stable. CAMPUS EMERGENCY. Should there be a threat to the safety or security of the students and staff on campus, the school has a plan of action and will initiate those steps to keep everyone safe. The students and staff will be kept secured indoors. If deemed necessary, the school will go into lockdown, and the police will inform the school when it is safe for the lockdown to be over.

FIRE. Children will leave in an orderly fashion under teacher supervision to the basketball court. In the event that our facility is not habitable, signs will be posted as to the location of the evacuation site, if possible. Fire escape routes are posted in each classroom.

TSUNAMI. Montessori Community School is not located in a tsunami evacuation zone, so we do not have to evacuate. The following procedures have been adopted in the event of a Tsunami Warning:

1. If a warning is issued while we are in session, we will remain with the children until they can be safely picked up. 2. If a warning is issued before our day normally begins, classes will be canceled and the school will be closed. 3. If it is announced over radio or television that the public schools are closing, we will also close.

HURRICANE/TROPICAL STORM. Hurricane or Tropical Storm Watches are issued by the National Weather Service 48 hours prior to the arrival of storm effects. Hurricane or Tropical Storm Warnings are issued when one of these storms might affect Oahu within 36 hours or less.

When a Watch is issued, we will monitor the storm and make decisions to close if the Watch is upgraded to a Warning. The timing of closure will generally coincide with the end of the working day and should not inconvenience you if you are at work. In the case of evacuation, signs will be posted as to the evacuation site. In the event of a Warning, the school will close.

EARTHQUAKE. Should an earthquake of significant magnitude occur on Oahu, our school could be damaged. If it has been determined that our buildings are damaged, we will evacuate to the nearest public shelter. If no suitable public shelter is available, we will evacuate to an open area. Signs will be posted as to our evacuation site.

FLOODING. Our school is not located in an identified flood zone. However, if water begins to rise around our facilities, or in the event we are advised to evacuate, we will immediately move the children to the second level of our buildings or to an evacuation shelter at Roosevelt High School.

In summary, please be assured that we will take good care of your children during any emergency or disaster. These suggestions are appropriate:

1. A good rule of thumb for school closures: If it is announced over radio or television that the public schools are closing, we will also close. Under no circumstances, however, will we close until all children have been picked up by their parents or authorized designee.

2. It is essential that you establish individual and family plans for tsunami, hurricane, earthquake, and flooding. These plans should identify what preparatory actions should be taken for each hazard. They should include where shelters are located and how you will travel to them if evacuation advisories are issued, what you plan to do if the family is separated, what type of survival supplies you will need, etc. Such information can be obtained from the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Emergency Management by calling 723-8960 or from their website: http://www.honolulu.gov/dem/.

3. Additional emergency preparedness information can also be obtained from the Hawaii State Civil Defense Agency at (808) 733-4300, or by visiting their website: http://scd.hawaii.gov/.

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Special Information for International Students Montessori Community School often enrolls international students in our summer programs. Our programs provide students an opportunity to experience local and American culture, language, and curriculum. However, parents should be aware that we do not provide specific English language instruction, and classes are conducted entirely in English. Please see the program descriptions below for specific entry requirements.

ELEMENTARY PROGRAM (for children 6 to 11 years of age, entering grades 1-5): Our elementary summer program offers a blend of classroom instruction, with a particular focus on hands-on math and science activities as well as writing, art and cooking projects, and outdoor activities such as hikes, a daily run, and frequent off-campus excursions.

Students who enroll in our summer elementary program must be currently enrolled in an International school, where classroom instruction is conducted in English.

PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM (for children 3-5 years of age): The program for preschool 3-5 year-olds focuses on nature studies, with a wide array of hands-on activities in the classroom as well as frequent off-campus excursions.

Students who enroll in our summer preschool program do not need to be able to speak fluent English, but for safety’s sake and for the child to have a positive experience in our program, he or she must at least understand, follow directions, and express basic wants and needs in English.

Children enrolling in the summer preschool program must also be able to use the bathroom with complete independence (diapers, training pants, or Pull-ups are not allowed at any time in the preschool program).

TWO-YEAR-OLD PROGRAM: The Two-Year-Old program is available only to continuing MCS students, or those who will be joining MCS in the fall.

FURTHER INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS, FOR ALL PROGRAM LEVELS:

1. Formal English language instruction is not part of our summer curriculum.

2. In the elementary program, most activities involve reading and writing in English. Other curriculum areas, such as math, arts and crafts, and outdoor activities are less dependent upon the English language. Students will receive maximum benefits from our elementary program if they have basic English reading and writing skills.

3. For their safety, all international students should have an adequate understanding of basic English so they can follow rules and guidelines, both at school and also while attending off-campus excursions.

4. Parents should also be able to communicate to the faculty and staff in English, without the assistance of a translator. In cases of emergency, or even to explain daily classroom routines and schedules, it is critical that our staff be able to clearly communicate important information to the child’s parents in a clear and timely manner.

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Summer Health Requirements For all students new to Montessori Community School, the following health requirements must be documented and turned in to the school’s office prior to your childʻs start date. The information should be documented on a “Student Health Record” (Form 14), which can be obtained from your child’s physician or from the school’s website.

I. TUBERCULOSIS CLEARANCE

A negative Tuberculosis (TB) Clearance is required for all students new to Montessori Community School. The clearance must be performed by a U.S. licensed health practitioner (MD, DO, APRN, or PA) on or after the student’s first birthday (12 months of age or older), and must consist of one of the following acceptable clearance methods:

a) Negative Risk Screen. b) Negative TB test (TB Mantoux skin test for any age or QuantiFERON Gold-in-Tube (QFT-GIT)/ T-SPOT blood test

for 2 years and older). c) Positive TB test and negative chest x-ray.

• Parents who do not want skin tests for children under 5 years of age need a physician letter stating the skin test is medically contraindicated.

• No exemptions to the TB clearance requirement are allowed. • Without a tuberculosis clearance, children are not permitted to start school.

II. HEALTH RECORDS (Form 14 and DHS Form 908)

• All new students must submit a current record of all health requirements (Form 14) prior to enrollment. • These requirements must include (in English) records of a physical examination (completed within one year prior

to Hawaii school entry), updated immunizations, and a record of a negative tuberculosis test. • All Preschool/Kindergarten students (including Two-Year-Olds) must submit the completed DHS Form 908. • Blank copies of these forms are available on the school’s website. The Form 14 is also available through your

(Hawaii) physician’s office.

III. PHYSICAL EXAMINATION • Must be completed within one year prior to first entrance into school in Hawaii. • Must be performed by a U.S. licensed practitioner (MD, DO, APRN, or PA).

IV. IMMUNIZATIONS

REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS

Twos & Preschool DTaP, DTP = 4 doses

Polio = 3 doses MMR = 1 dose Hep A = 2 doses Hep B = 3 doses Hib = 3-4* doses

PCV = 4 doses Varicella = 1 dose

Documented history of varicella by a U.S. licensed practitioner (MD, DO, APRN, or PA) may be

substituted.

Kindergarten through Grade 6

DTaP, DTP = 5 doses Polio = 4 doses MMR = 2 doses Hep A = 2 doses Hep B = 3 doses

Varicella = 2 doses Documented history of varicella by a U.S. licensed

practitioner (MD, DO, APRN, or PA) may be substituted.

All immunizations must meet the minimum ages and intervals between vaccine doses as required by Hawaii Administrative Rules, Title 11, Department of Health; Chapter 157, Examination and Immunization.

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V. PROVISIONAL ATTENDANCE

• A student who does not have evidence of all of the required immunizations, or documentation of a physical examination, may attend school, provisionally upon submitting written evidence from the doctor or doctor’s office stating that the student is in the process of receiving the required immunizations or physical examination.

• The provisional attendance period shall be no longer than three calendar months after the date of provisional attendance to a school.

VI. NOTICE OF EXCLUSION AND EXCLUSION

• If a student does not complete the required immunizations or examination within three months of the date of provisional attendance, the school shall notify the parent by dated, written notice of exclusion that the student will be excluded from the school beginning thirty calendar days after the date of the notice.

VII. ADDITIONAL HEALTH INFORMATION • Medical exemptions must be obtained from your child’s doctor. • Religious exemption forms may be obtained from and completed at Montessori Community School. • Hawaii State Law requires all students to meet the above school health requirements. • Students who have not completed and turned in documentation of the above requirements by the first day of

school will be allowed provisional entrance until compliance by deadlines. • The exception is the tuberculosis clearance, which is required prior to the student’s first day of school. • IMPORTANT SUMMER ENROLLMENT INFORMATION: Students who were enrolled in previous MCS summer

programs and were issued a Provisional Entrance must complete any outstanding health requirements prior to enrolling at MCS for any subsequent summer programs.

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Elementary Summer Discoveries (For students entering 1st through 5th grades)

June 8 - August 14, 2020

Younger Elementary Students R Older Elementary Students (Students entering 1st through 2nd grades) (Students entering 3rd through 5th grades)

This Summer’s Focus: “Our Island Home” Discover new worlds and learn more about our island home this summer, at Montessori Community School! Our popular Summer

Discoveries program offers elementary students the opportunity to expand their horizons, stretch their imaginations, and challenge their physical skills. In-depth studies, hands-on projects, and fun and captivating weekly excursions will lead our young explorers to a

greater understanding of these unique islands we call home.

With a curriculum divided into two-week sessions, students can experience the complete program or enroll in select, two-week sessions. Each session is designed with a stand-alone curriculum that is also complementary, for students who enroll for the

entire summer.

Here are just a few of the topics that will be explored in fascinating detail: Our Climate: weather, storms, the water cycle * Earth Studies

Volcano Studies * Native Hawaiian land animals * Native Hawaiian plants

Field studies at the Ho‘omaluhia and Foster Botanical Gardens, the Honolulu Zoo, Bishop Museum, and other weekly destinations and hikes round out this summer’s adventures!

The elementary summer curriculum will also include:

Writing Projects * Art Activities * Hands-On Science Activities * Crafts * Cooking Projects * Drama Swimming pool excursions (August sessions)

Weekly Excursions * “The Daily Running Program” Older Elementary students, will spend some afternoons exploring STEM Activities, including Wonder Workshop CleverBots and Lego,

to explore coding, robotics, green screen, stop motion animation, movie making, photo editing and more! STEM Program available through July 31.

If choosing Selected Sessions, students must enroll in and attend complete sessions.

Elementary summer tuition is non-refundable after May 8, 2020. No tuition refunds are made for absences.

ELEMENTARY PROGRAM (June 8 - August 14, 2020)

FULL SUMMER

7:30-2:30 7:30-5:30

June 8 - August 14 $3,009.00 $3,626.00 SELECTED SESSIONS June 8 - June 19 $598.00 $723.00 June 22 - July 2 $598.00 $723.00 July 6 - July 17 $664.00 $801.00 July 20 – July 31 $664.00 $801.00 August 3 - August 14 $664.00 $801.00

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Preschool/Kindergarten (Ages 3-5 years)

May 26 - August 14, 2020 There’s so much for preschool-aged children to see, do, and learn in the Hawaiian Islands Explorers program this summer! Our young explorers will learn about the animals – native as well as introduced species – that share our island home! Fun and educational classroom activities will be supplemented by regular excursions and even a special guest speaker or two. Children in the Preschool/Kindergarten program must be able to use the bathroom with complete independence (diapers, training pants, or Pull-ups are not allowed at any time in the preschool program). Here’s just a small sample of what your Hawaiian Islands Explorer can look forward to this summer:

R enjoying fascinating field trips, such as the Waikiki Aquarium, Sea Life Park, and more

R making their own bird feeders using natural materials, and other fun projects

R becoming mini-scientists as they perform simple experiments

R exploring the hidden mysteries of the miniature world of insects

R creating Monk Seal puppets and other imaginative crafts

R investigating the hidden realms of the Diamond Head Tide Pools . . .

. . . and so much more!

PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM* (May 26 - August 14, 2020)

May 26-Aug. 14* Pro-rated Weekly Rate** 7:30-2:30 $3,260.00 $313.00 7:30-5:30 $4,033.00 $386.00

*Priority enrollment is given to children who sign up for the entire summer and will be continuing with MCS in the fall.

**The Pro-rated Weekly Rate is used to calculate partial summer enrollment tuition in the Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten programs only.

A minimum of two consecutive weeks’ enrollment is required for current MCS students.

A minimum of four consecutive weeks’ enrollment is required for new Preschool/Kindergarten students.

The last day for partial summer tuition refunds for withdrawal of Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten students is April 26, 2020.

Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten summer tuition is non-refundable after April 26, 2020.

No tuition refunds are made for absences.

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Two-Year-Old Program May 26-August 14, 2020

(NOTE: The Two-Year-Old summer program is available for continuing MCS students,

or new students who will be entering the fall program.) Love, Warmth, Security, & Fun are key aspects of the Montessori Community School Two-Year-Old Program for children ages 2 to 3 years. Children in diapers are accepted, but children entering the MCS Preschool program in the fall should possess independent toileting habits. Love . . . for the child from staff who are trained to meet the special needs of this developmental phase. Warmth . . . in a nurturing environment which allows freedom and movement while the two-year-old develops their skills. Security . . . in a consistent routine. As trust is built, the child is better able to develop social skills and independence. Fun . . . for the child as they explores with the classroom activities indoors and out, while forming new friendships with other children.

TWO-YEAR-OLD PROGRAM*

(May 26 - August 14, 2020)

May 26-Aug. 14* Pro-rated Weekly Rate** 7:30-2:30 $4,391.00 $416.00 7:30-5:30 $5,366.00 $502.00

*Priority enrollment is given to children who sign up for the entire summer and will be continuing with MCS in the fall.

**The Pro-rated Weekly Rate is used to calculate partial summer enrollment tuition in the Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten programs only.

A minimum of two consecutive weeks’ enrollment is required for current MCS students.

A minimum of six consecutive weeks’ enrollment is required for new Two-Year-Old students.

The last day for partial summer tuition refunds for withdrawal of Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten students is April 26, 2020.

Two-Year-Old and Preschool/Kindergarten summer tuition is non-refundable after April 26, 2020.

No tuition refunds are made for absences.

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Montessori Community School ALLERGY, ASTHMA, & MEDICAL CONDITION INFORMATION FORM

Date__________________________________________

Student’s Name_________________________________________________ Birthdate_________________________

To the parent or legal guardian: Our goal is to reduce the risk of accidental exposure to allergy or asthma triggers in the school setting by working with students, parents, and physicians to minimize risks and provide a safe educational environment for allergic or asthmatic students. However, please understand that by providing our assistance, we in no way assume the care and treatment of your child or accept any legal responsibility for our actions or failure to act relative to your child’s medical needs.

Please describe in detail your child’s allergies, asthma, and/or any medical conditions that could result in a physical reaction. Please list all past and/or possible future reactions, symptoms, and treatments). PART I: Identification and Care of Allergies and/or Asthma

Did your child’s health care provider inform you that the allergy or asthmatic condition may be life-threatening? ______No ______Yes

Specific Condition (Please identify all food and environmental allergens and

medical conditions that could result in a physical

reaction.)

Trigger (What has to happen for your

child to react to the allergen(s), e.g. ingestion, touching, smelling, other?)

Symptoms (What are the signs and symptoms of the allergic

reaction? Please be specific; include things your child might say, or describe

behaviors that might be observed.)

Reaction Time (How long before the

signs or symptoms appear after exposure

to the allergen, i.e. seconds, minutes,

hours, days?)

Treatment (What are the steps you would like the school to take in the event of a reaction? Please be specific.)

PART II: Epi-pens

1. If an Epi-pen is required for the treatment of an anaphylactic reaction, the child’s parents are asked to provide two Epi-pens to the school. One Epi-pen is kept in the child’s morning program, and the other is kept in the after-school program. If parents do not want to provide two Epi-pens to the school, the sole Epi-pen will be kept in the child’s morning program. Should the child attend the after-school program and have an anaphylactic reaction, parents understand that timely response to the child’s distress will be delayed while the staff attempt to retrieve the Epi-pen from the morning program.

2. MCS will only use the Epi-pen that has been expressly prescribed for the child.

3. Parents (or legal guardians) are expected to be aware of the expiration date of the Epi-pen, and to replace any expired devices immediately.

PART III: Diagnosis by Medical Professional Please note that if additional information is deemed necessary, a copy of the most recent assessment of your child’s allergies and/or asthma by the health care provider treating your child’s allergies or asthma may be requested by MCS. PART IV: Signature ________________________________________________________________________ Parent/Legal Guardian’s Name (print)

________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________ Parent/Legal Guardian’s Signature Date